Descriptive Physical Oceanography: An Introduction van Lynne D. Talley is a textbook focused on physical oceanography. This book provides a clear introduction to the descriptive physical aspects of the ocean, based on observations and with attention to the global ocean system.
The contents cover the physical properties of seawater, heat and salt balances, instrumentation, data analysis methods, and introductions to dynamics. In addition, oceanography and climate variability of the oceans are addressed, as well as waves and coastal ocean currents. The work is up to date and includes new chapters on global ocean circulation and dynamic contexts.
This textbook is suitable for students of marine sciences and oceanography. It aligns with the fields of physical oceanography, descriptive physical oceanography, and the global ocean system. It offers a practical and theoretical framework for understanding the ocean world on a large scale.